Thanks for checking out my blog! It means so much to me that you'd take the time to see what I'm up to. This line of dresses was born out of my marriage to my fabulous husband on February 22, 2005. I just couldn't find the right dress, so I designed my own. My husband was so impressed by it, he urged me to start an entire line. Sometimes I swear I was supposed to have lived in the 50's, so I have created my own little fantasy world through these dresses. I also adore the glamour of 30's gowns and the femininity of 40's suits. Here, I will be showing the upcoming designs, real brides in their dresses and keep you posted on upcoming events at the store. I may even mention little discoveries I think a girl just shouldn't live without. Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy!
New Press!! Your Wedding Day |
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They did a MOD theme for this layout and it looked super cute!!
Here is the cover…
And the MOD story…
They used the Lucille dress and pillbox hat….LOVE how they shot it!!
Real Bride!! Jillian |
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Yaa!! It’s been a good week for getting photos from my real brides!! I think Jillian’s Green apple Josephine dress looks super fresh!
Real Bride!! Alexis |
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Alexis got her dress from Mon Amie. I usually don’t get photos from brides who don’t get dresses from my store, so I have no idea how they turn out. I was super excited to get photos from her!! A funny thing too….she took some photos at the Inn where my husband and I were married!! Kenwood Inn, in northern California.
She went with the Josephine dress strapless, in champagne silk with “Old Ivory” ribbon.
Thanks for the photos, Alexis…you look maaahhhhvelous!!
Chicago Bridal Market!! |
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Wow!! This year went by so fast. I can’t believe it is time for my yearly Chicago trip again!! This was my best year ever!! I signed up two more stores that I have had my eye on for a while now, so I am super excited!! I also had a great time with super great friends!!
Before….we have a lot of work ahead of us!!
We always take a self portrait by our hotel after all our hard work…
Love this city!!
All done….looks super cute!!
Yummy!! Candy station…
Accessories…
New dress!! Sasha….it’s convertable!! It zips off just under that first layer so it becomes a party dress for the reception!!
Meg from Meg Jewelry has a booth right next to mine this year. Yaaa!!
Matthew Christopher stopped by for a visit….LOVE this guy!!!
Fashion show night!! Here is my Olivia dress with hat!!
And my video of the other dresses…
My friends from Garnette Avenue had the grand finale of the show again with 12 new dresses!! Super fun!!
I was right next to my favorite Italian…Alberto!!
Don’t forget Leo!! My other favorite Italian!!
Our hotel gave us a goldfish for our room, and he brought me such good luck at the show, I had to give him a kiss!! Thanks, Frank!!
We had to stop by our new friends, Lindsie and Megan from Haute Bride!! We needed some fabulous jewels for the Debi awards that night!!
Here we are….all dressed up in front of the Field Museum in Chicago!! Ready for a fun night!!
Robyn and Spencer, from Houston Bridal look marvelous!!
I love when I run into my English friend, Oliver, from Filippa Scott!! Looking dapper, as usual!!
How fabulous do the Italians look in their matching, satin suits!!?? LOVE it!!
Meg looks dashing in her custom Garnette Avenue gown and her own jewels!!
Matthew Christopher always looks fab!!
Last year, we took this exact photo under the dino….had to do it again!!
What a great Market it was for Stephanie James!! New stores…current stores buying new stuff…and a big surprise in the works for world domination!!! Muhahaha…stay tuned!!!
New Car!! |
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I just have to brag about my husband for a moment, so bear with me!! He is the best ever!! He is my biggest fan and supporter, and he wanted to do something nice to reward me for all my hard work over the years. We have both wanted a classic car for a long time, and we plan to get one for each of us. We had been looking online for a while now, and we found a car with my name all over it. It was in Tyler, Texas, so we hopped on a plane and went to check it out…
This is Tyler, Texas, my friends!!
Oh boy….this is getting good…
Oh, yeah….it’s too cute!!!
See?! It’s got me all over it!!
Jim looks pretty cute in it too!!
Here she is…one month later!! We had to have her…named her Star, after the previous owner’s last name….and Texas….the lone star state!! I think it’s funny that I am wearing the same shirt!!
Now I drive this car every day!! I pick up the kids from school in it!! We also use it for our new photography biz…. For His Eyes Only!! It’s the perfect pin-up car!!
Thank you, husband!!! You’re the best!!
Real Bride!! Courtney |
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Yaaa!! I have been waiting forever for this wedding!! It was for my great friend from Girl ExtraOrdinaire, Courtney. I shot her partner, Tiffany’s wedding in Veil, CO a couple years ago, so I was looking forward to this one!! She had me make her veil and headpeice, and our good friend, Meg, from Meg Jewelry did her super fab jewels!! The wedding was so fun and different!! The boys wore velvet jackets and jeans…and the couple even jumped in the pool!! Check out my photography blog for more photos!!
Mag and her hubby, Rod were at the wedding too!! All the way from Iowa!! I usually only get to see them at Bridal Market once a year, so I was pretty excited to see them too!!
New Press!! Orange Coast Weddings 2008 |
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They did a “Gown Guide” feature and had my store in it!! They sent out a photographer and I had forgotten all about it until I got the magazine in the mail!!
Real Bride!! Danielle |
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Danielle and her mom both came into my shop for dresses!! They both looked fabulous!! Don’t forget the super great shoes from Filippa Scott that I cary in my store!! I have 3 pairs myself!!!
Real Bride!! Emily |
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Emily was a super sweet bride who looked wonderful in my Audrey dress!!
Placing Orders |
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I am so glad I keep getting emails about ordering dresses through me!! I get so many, I decided to write all the details out so the information is right here waiting for you!! You can certainly order a dress from me if you are not within 50 miles of any of the stores listed on my “Stockists” page. Here’s how it would go:
1. The dresses range between $1200 and $4000. I use all Italian silks and French laces. All of the dresses are custom made in America (the whole dress; I don’t cheat and have them made in China and just put the tags on in the US). No, I do not rent the gowns.
2. Yes, I can customize them slightly, like make them full length, add little sleeves, change the colors, switch the tops, stuff like that.
3. From wherever you are, you would have your measurements taken by a good alterations place where you will be having the gown altered after I mail it to you. Give me your measurements and I will make the gown in your size. They come in sizes 2-16, or larger sizes for an added fee (depending on the size). Ask me first for a list of the measurements; they are more involved than just bust, waist, hips!!
4. I can send you swatches so you can see the quality of the gown in person.
5. To get the dress started, there is a 50% deposit put down and the balance is due before I ship the dress, or we could do COD if you would rather. Shipping is about $75 in the US with insurance. No sales tax if sold outside of CA.
6. It takes 12 weeks to get a dress, but I can do it faster if need be, for an added fee. (Depending on how rushed, between $50 and $300).
7. Accessories range from $150-$350 and can be customized a bit too, like color of feathers, fabric colors, and French netting colors. They are all hand made in my boutique!!
If you need any further details, or want to place an order, feel free to give me an email or call the store!! 714-960-7400
